Windows Operating System Basics

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How do you switch between open windows using Flip?

Press and hold Alt key + Tab key (correct)

Open Task view and click and drag a window

Press Windows key + Tab key

Click the Task view button

What is the alternative way to open Task view?

Press Windows key + Tab key (correct)

Click the bottom-right corner of the taskbar

Open Task view and click the Task view button

Press and hold Alt key + Tab key

How can you create a new virtual desktop in Windows 10?

Open Task view and select New desktop near the bottom-right corner (correct)

Open Task view and select New desktop near the top-left corner

Press and hold Alt key + Tab key

Press Windows key + D

What feature in Windows 10 allows you to move windows to a virtual desktop?

Task view Signup and view all the answers

How can you minimize all open windows in Windows 10 to see the desktop?

Click the bottom-right corner of the taskbar Signup and view all the answers

What allows you to customize the look and feel of your desktop in Windows 10?

Personalizing your desktop Signup and view all the answers

How can you open applications on your computer?

Click the Start button and choose the desired application Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Settings app mentioned in the text?

To change important computer settings like network and display options Signup and view all the answers

How do you shut down your computer properly according to the text?

Click the Start button and choose Power > Shut Down Signup and view all the answers

What action allows you to resize windows quickly in Windows?

Dragging a window to the top edge of the screen Signup and view all the answers

Which action helps you see two windows side by side in Windows?

Dragging a window to the left or right edge of the screen until it snaps Signup and view all the answers

Where would you find a full list of applications on your computer?

In File Explorer Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer system allows you to fine-tune the appearance of text for better readability?

ClearType Signup and view all the answers

When personalizing your desktop, if you want to adjust ClearType settings, what action should you take?

Choose Adjust ClearType text from the settings pane Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

Managing computer resources and providing services to applications Signup and view all the answers

Which component is considered the 'brain' of a computer system?

CPU Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines the storage capacity of a magnetic disk?

All mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a computer system?

All mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an operating system?

Act as an intermediary between programs and computer hardware Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following devices does NOT typically have an operating system?

Typewriters Signup and view all the answers

What makes Microsoft Windows the dominant general-purpose personal computer operating system?

Its preloading on most new personal computers Signup and view all the answers

When was Microsoft founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen?

April 4, 1975 Signup and view all the answers

What types of tasks can be completed using Microsoft Windows?

Browsing the Internet, checking email, editing digital photos, listening to music, playing games, and more Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the desktop in Windows operating system?

To act as a workspace for the computer Signup and view all the answers